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We aimed to increase to 70% the proportion of patients with concussion presenting to primary care who (1) completed a standardized concussion symptom scale (PCSS); (2) received educational and instructional materials after the initial visit; and (3) were seen for concussion follow-up within 2\u00a0weeks if indicated.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>METHODS<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>At 2 hospital-affiliated primary care clinics, we implemented a multidisciplinary process improvement initiative using Plan-Do-Study-Act cycles within the Model for Improvement framework. Interventions included creating a clinical pathway, integrating the PCSS into the electronic medical record, creating a standardized instruction auto-text, and conducting staff education. We monitored monthly screening, education\/instruction, and follow-up rates using statistical process control charts. Measures were stratified by patient language, race\/ethnicity, and insurance status.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>RESULTS<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>PCSS use increased from 37% to 85% (1348 total visits), distribution of education\/instructions increased from 42% to 83%, and follow-up visit completion improved from 47% to 71%. Notably, disparities based on language and insurance status observed at baseline in PCSS use and distribution of written instructions were attenuated. Emergency department use was unchanged.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>CONCLUSIONS<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This multifaceted interdisciplinary improvement effort standardized concussion evaluation and management in primary care, improving adherence to best practices and reducing disparities. 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